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Thank you to Mazza Recycling team members

Thank you to Mazza Recycling team members for spending the day volunteering in various departments throughout Lunch Break. The Mazza team was everywhere — from sorting clothes for Clara’s Closet, preparing food and serving guests in the kitchen and dining room, to stocking shelves and distributing groceries in our Client Choice pantry. Community business partners are the heart of Lunch... View Article

Culinary Service Coordinator David Jones

Culinary Service Coordinator David Jones is beloved by volunteers and the community for his selfless nature, love for those he serves and professionalism. David certainly can take the heat of a bustling kitchen, especially during the busy seasons, while always focusing his efforts on creating nutritious and delicious meals for our food-insecure families and individuals. David truly is a gem... View Article

Financial Assistance Open House

YMCA of Greater Monmouth County Bayshore Family Success Center is sponsoring a Financial Assistance Open House from 4-6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 30th at the center, 945 Highway 36, Leonardo. See flyer for program information.For details: familysuccess@ymcanj.org or (732) 497-3811

Kitchen staff volunteer Lew Kurland

Kitchen staff volunteer Lew Kurland is making a positive impact in our community by helping to alleviate food insecurity. Lew is among Lunch Break’s core kitchen team: These wonderful volunteers assist Culinary Director Tyrone Burr and Culinary Service Coordinator David Jones in everything from food preparation to dining room service and meal distribution. We couldn’t do what we do without... View Article

Our Health to Hold webinar series

Ocean Monmouth Health Alliance is sponsoring Our Health to Hold webinar series — an opportunity to hear from Monmouth and Ocean County coalition members about their cancer, chronic disease & COVID-19 resources, prevention, screening, social and support services. Presentations will be held in both English and Spanish. See flyer for details and schedule.

Carolyn Owens is a volunteer stylist for Clara’s Closet

Carolyn Owens is a volunteer stylist for Clara’s Closet clothing boutique. She enjoys assisting clients in choosing appropriate fashions for every occasion and helping them to look and feel their best. Carolyn, a self-described fashionista, loves simplifying wardrobe selection for many of our clients, who may need a little guidance or have busy work and child care schedules. To view... View Article

Volunteer Day at Lunch Break!

Volunteer day at Lunch Break! Thank you to Jim Henry of Dynamic Engineering, Andrew Gaffney of TD Bank, Douglas Twyman of Colliers, Mark Sarlitto and Pat McNamara of Solar Landscape, and Jamie Atkins of Denholtz Properties for spending the day sorting food in Clara’s Choice Pantry and assisting in the dining room. We appreciate the great teamwork! It’s wonderful to... View Article

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Thank you to FirstEnergy Foundation for awarding a $10,000 Grant

Thank you to FirstEnergy Foundation for awarding a $10,000 grant to Family Promise to expand services for homeless caregivers with disabled adult children. The grant will help provide housing for eligible families, as well as security deposits or utility assistance as needed.

Another Victory in the Struggle Against Poverty and Hunger!

During the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Magdalena was facing homelessness. She had been locked out of her rental and was desperate to find shelter. Having nothing but the clothes on their backs, Magdalena and her son sought refuge with Family Promise of Monmouth County. The Family Promise guardian angels quickly orchestrated help with temporary housing, basic necessities and emergency... View Article